Carlos Santana is reportedly ‘doing well’ under hospital observation after collapsing onstage during a concert in Michigan overnight.
The guitar legend was mid-gig at the Pine Knob Music Theater when the scary moment unfolded.
A concertgoer told TMZ Santana was “about four or five songs into his set” when he realised something was wrong.
#BREAKING Carlos Santana being treated by EMS after a “serious medical emergency” at #pineknob – audience asked to leave – and pray. pic.twitter.com/kdqd5yDxK7
— Amy Lange (@langeamyFOX2) July 6, 2022
Santana reportedly sat down in front of the drums before collapsing backward. Staff and medical first responders rushed to his aid.
TMZ reported a black tarp was brought out to shield Santana while officials worked on him.
Carlos Santana waved to clapping fans as he’s helped off the stage pic.twitter.com/YA55N4QCZe
— philip lewis (@Phil_Lewis_) July 6, 2022
A rep said the 75-year-old’s medical episode was brought on by heat exhaustion and dehydration.